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 Staying fit, healthy, and strong is hard work—and it gets even harder as we age. Strict workout plans and unforgiving fitness regimens may produce the best results, but they can put you at increased risk of injury. A crash diet one week before a wedding or a three-day cleanse before a beach trip may be […]

Every workout should end with a proper cool-down to help your body relax from the intense exercise you just put it through. This is especially true if you’re pursuing some form of orthopedic care since a poor workout could potentially exacerbate existing health issues. We’re covering some do’s and don’ts of workout cool-downs to help

The great American wilderness is world-renowned for its rejuvenating properties. Generations of Americans have taken to woodland trails for rest and relaxation. Indeed, the numerous health benefits of hiking make even a small excursion worth considering.  But if you suffer from orthopaedic injuries or other chronic illnesses, is hiking a safe form of exercise for

If you’ve been trying to stay fit, you’ve likely encountered the most common type of fitness center there is: a weight-room-centric facility with some tired cardio equipment in the back. But if you suffer from joint pain or arthritis, these old-fashioned establishments pose a serious question. Can I get a good workout here without hurting

Technology doesn’t just impact the human way of life. Our technological advancements can also impact our human bodies. In fact, just about every great leap of technology has a physical counterpart (or consequence), and if you’re not careful that new device could be contributing to short- and long-term discomfort. Alabama Orthopaedic Surgeons know how inseparable

The decision to undertake corrective surgery can be a big one. Between scheduling time off and arranging for at-home care, there’s pain to plan for and other hardships to consider. As scary as surgery can be, for some orthopaedic injuries it remains one of the best solutions.  And while the doctors, nurses, and diligent hospital

Of all the common orthopaedic injuries, ACL tears share a reputation most frequently enjoyed by monsters of urban legend. It’s the “big bad” of sporting stories, the career ender, the injury of a lifetime that will never fully heal. Or is it? It can be shockingly easy to think of ACL tears as a lasting

The holiday season can be tougher if you suffer from joint pain. And with all the shopping and travel, the cooking, cleaning, and socializing, you’ll no doubt need to be in top form if you’re going to make it through. As the nights stretch longer and the weather chills, joint pain often takes on a

Halloween may look quite a bit different this year, but—as is ever the case—children can still get up to mischief. From climbing trees to playing sports, skateboarding to simple rough-housing, children don’t require a leg up when it comes to breaking a leg. Like the seasons themselves, broken bones are nearly guaranteed. Watching for signs

Recovering from surgery—especially hip surgery—can be a boring, painful affair. Between the pills, the drowsiness, and the doctor-ordered rest, it’s only natural to feel a little powerless when recovering from an operation. But what if there was something you could do beforehand that would shorten your recovery period, reduce pain, and get you up and